1979 BMW 732 vs. 2006 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2006 Toyota MR2 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 732. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 732 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 732 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 732 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 732 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota MR2.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1979 BMW 732 (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota MR2. (231 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 732 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 732 | 2006 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 732 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
